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Report: UAE Secretly Struck Iran During War, Ceasefire 37%
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5/29/2026, 7:54:46 PM
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The United Arab Emirates secretly carried out dozens of airstrikes against Iran during the recent conflict, including some attacks that continued after the April ceasefire, according to a report published Friday by The Wall Street Journal.
The Journal, citing U.S., Arab and Israeli officials, reported that the UAE coordinated parts of the campaign with the U.S. and Israel, which provided intelligence support for some operations.
According to the report, Emirati forces targeted Iranian military installations, energy infrastructure, and other strategic sites as Abu Dhabi moved beyond a defensive posture and took a more direct role in the fighting.
The Journal reported that the UAE's involvement intensified after Iran launched thousands of missiles and drones at Gulf states during the war, with Emirati officials viewing the attacks as a direct threat to the country's security.
Iran reportedly fired more than 2,800 missiles and drones at the UAE during the conflict, according to officials cited by the newspaper.
The Journal said the strikes highlighted a widening split among Gulf Arab states over how to confront Iran.
While the UAE adopted a more aggressive military approach, Saudi Arabia pushed for diplomacy and urged restraint, according to the report.
The newspaper reported that Saudi officials pressed Washington to curb some Emirati operations amid concerns that further escalation could destabilize the region and damage Gulf economies.
The Journal said the campaign also deepened security cooperation between the UAE and Israel, which reportedly provided military assistance and missile-defense support during the conflict.
In addition to military operations, the UAE took steps to increase economic pressure on Tehran by restricting some Iranian-linked commercial activities and tightening controls on financial networks, according to the report.
The Journal reported that Emirati leaders concluded that a stronger response was necessary after Iranian attacks reached targets across the Gulf and raised fears about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure.
The reported operations were not publicly acknowledged by the UAE government.
The revelations come as the Trump administration continues to pursue negotiations aimed at securing a broader peace arrangement with Iran and stabilizing the region after months of fighting.
Vice President JD Vance said this week that Washington was "not there yet" on a final agreement with Tehran but was getting closer to a deal, according to remarks cited by multiple news outlets.
President Donald Trump has also circulated a draft peace proposal to Israel and regional allies as negotiations continue, according to recent reports.
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